The Residence Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Quay Street

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Stroll through historic streets lined with traditional European architecture, featuring arched windows and charming buildings.
Relax with a drink at the rustic bar, featuring a stone wall, wooden seating, and a selection of bar equipment.
Enjoy a drink at the Penny Bar, where a variety of beverages are served.
Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, bedside tables, and framed artwork.
Welcome to Mac Searaill, a charming establishment.
In the heart of Galway City Centre, The Residence Hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a bar and restaurant. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, secure your belongings at the front-desk safe, enjoy self parking or take advantage of ATM/banking services - all while experiencing exceptional service from our top-rated staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is £194
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20.0 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Quay Street, Galway, Galway, H91 P628

What's nearby

  • Quay Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shop Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Galway Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eyre Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Galway - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Shannon (SNN) - 68 min drive
  • Galway Station - 9 min walk
  • Athenry Station - 27 min drive
  • Craughwell Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonagh's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Quays - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬2 min walk
  • Tigh Coili
  • ‪Tigh Neachtain - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Residence Hotel

The Residence Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Quay Street and Eyre Square. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • This property is located in a busy area and has a bar with live music at night. Guests may experience related noise on weekends and most weekdays.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 12 per night)
    • Off-site parking nearby (EUR 12 per day; discounts available)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 10:30 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling

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Special features

Dining

M Fitzgerald's Bar – This pub serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 26 December.

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 12 per night
  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 12 per day (246 ft away)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Hotel Spanish Arch
Spanish Arch
Spanish Arch Galway
Residence Hotel Galway
Spanish Arch Hotel Galway
Residence Galway
The Residence Hotel Hotel
The Residence Hotel Galway
The Residence Hotel Hotel Galway

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Residence Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between 24 December and 26 December.

Does The Residence Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Residence Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Residence Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Residence Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 12 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Residence Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Residence Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caesar's Palace (3-min drive) and Claudes Casino (3-min drive) are both nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near The Residence Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, M Fitzgerald's Bar.

What's the area around The Residence Hotel like?

The Residence Hotel is in Galway City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Galway Station and 8 minutes' walk from Eyre Square.

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The Residence Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Live music
Bar
Pub
Food
Bed
Parking
Restaurant

What guests liked

  • The property's connected restaurant/bar offered a great dining experience with live music and convenient access to nearby shops and eateries. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel right on the main street of the Latin Quarter!
Charlotte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location!

Excellent location and really Comfy rooms!!!
Jamie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is the best, right down in the historic quarter near Spanish Arch, where the buildings are hundreds of years old. You feel like you are walking the road of history. The staff was so friendly and helpful, so we stayed an extra day. The bed was the best we’ve had this trip, so we caught up on our sleep without taking extra time for it! I would definitely stay here again.
Cheryl, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location!
Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is within walking distance and the hotel is very conveniently placed in the city
Leanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super location!!!! It was in the middle of restaurants, bars, shopping, train station, and all the attractions!!! We had a great time.
Ivonne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very central and has all the mod cons you need for a short stay.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service!
Dave, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel is located on Quay Street which has a lot of shops and restaurants with live music. Our room was interesting as we had 3 people (my daughter, my husband, and myself). If you have 3 people your room has 3 twin beds. One for each person. The bathroom was nice. They provided 2 fans which was nice. The staff were nice. We did have an issue getting back into the hotel one night. We had dinner late and got back to the hotel around 11pm and the front door was locked. We rang the doorbell multiple times and knocked. Eventually a staff member opened the door and apologized for the delay.
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Actually room we stayed in
Christina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved how easy it was to get everywhere. The restaurant and bar were great!
Sydney, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing location with parking

Hotel was a bit hard to find but once inside it had a fun, funky vibe. The room was clean but incredibly small and the toilet was not working properly. Parking is right next store and there is shopping and restaurants as soon as you walk out the door.
Jessica, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

A bit noisy with the pub downstairs. Better to request a room in the higher floors.
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In the middle of Galway. Best location
JOSEPH, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice hotel except you’re above a bar that plays live music until 1am. Bring earplugs.
Tamra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel in a fantastic location. Parking is literally next door - great value given the location. Staff are super friendly. And they left a nice note and a box of chocolates when I asked for something special for my gf. Lovely touch and really appreciated. The room itself is lovely, new and clean. Great bathroom and shower/bath. Zero complaints.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and amazing staff!
Roman, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay here was dantastic. The location was oerfect for sightseeing, food, and nightlife. It is loud at night due to the nightlife in the area, but we expected that.
Jeanine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

PERFECT location if your looking for easy shopping and dining options. Relaxed nightlife on Quay street just steps out the door.
Cody, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ah, Galway! If you want to be in the heart of music, pubs, and shops- and stay at a fun, hip and comfortable place, look no further.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful experience! Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location. 10/10 would recommend this property and stay here again!
Austin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Small rooms in the latin quarter. Very convenient parking.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

You are right in the middle of a lot of action at this hotel! Made it so easy to explore. Parking is at the garage a few buildings down, but it was easy. Highly recommend!!
Abigail, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location

Perfect location. Staff was incredible. Room was very comfortable and clean.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Nice room! Friendly staff!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay while in Galway. Stop thinking about it and just book it.
GREGORY, 2-night trip